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Meet a Blind Rider in This Year’s Cycle for Sight

Jack and his pilot on a tandem

Jack Veliquette, 17, from Windsor, California, is taking on the challenge of Cycle for Sight for the second year in a row. He’s upping his game and instead of riding 25 miles like he did last year, he’ll be riding 50 – tackling the slopes of Mt. Veeder.

This high school sophomore has been a camper at Enchanted Hills Camp for the Blind since he was seven years old. Last summer, he gave back to the camp that he loves by becoming a counselor in training (CIT). He intends to be a CIT again this year.

When asked what motivated him to ride and raise money for Enchanted Hills Camp, Jack said, “Tony asked my mom if I’d be interested. I said ‘I’ll give it a shot.'”

Support Jack Veliquette in this year’s Cycle for Sight by donating to his campaign. Simply go to our donation page and select Cycle for Sight as your giving designation. Be sure to put Jack’s name in the “in honor of” field.

Join Team LightHouse this year on Saturday April 26! Register at www.cycle4sight.com. For more information contact Tony Fletcher at afletcher@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7319.

Ride on!

Last Chance to Sign Up for Cycle for Sight 2014

Our spring ride is a signature event with more than 2,000 riders providing the single biggest support for Enchanted Hills Camp. Come join the largest and most fun group of tandem riders in Northern California to have some fun while doing good…Sign up at www.cycle4sight.com as a cyclist for Team LightHouse and enjoy the beauty of Napa and the challenge of a 15, 25 or 50 mile route with 2,000 other cyclists. After the ride partake in wine tasting from Napa Valley wineries, beer tasting from local microbreweries and local cuisine from Napa Valley restaurants, all while grooving to the sounds of “Pride and Joy”.

When: Saturday, April 26, 2014. The first ride starts at 8:00 a.m.
Where: Starts at Justin Siena High School, 4026 Maher Street, Napa

Pilots and Blind Stokers Wanted for our April 26 Rally
Are you interested in piloting a tandem bike for a blind stoker? Or are you a blind stoker in need of a pilot? Contact Tony Fletcher via email at afletcher@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7319 to join Team LightHouse today.

Proceeds support Enchanted Hills Camp for the Blind. Raise pledges for every mile you ride through the Cycle for Sight website. To meet Sergio Lopez, Jack Veliquette and other members of Team LightHouse go to www.lbvi.staging.wpengine.com.com/donate/cycleforsight.

Thank you to our wonderful Cycle for Sight 2014 sponsors!

Cotati Food Service
R.V. Kuhns & Associates, Inc.
Earthclean Building Maintenance

Registration is Open Now for Cycle for Sight 2014 Benefit for Enchanted Hills Camp

Sign up time!

Registration is now open for the Napa Rotary’s Cycle for Sight 2014 ride which will be held on Saturday, April 26, 2014. Sign up at www.cycle4sight.com to ride as a cyclist for Team LightHouse and enjoy the beauty of scenic Napa and the challenge of a 15, 25 or 50 mile route with 2,000 other cyclists. Proceeds support Enchanted Hills Camp for the Blind. Raise pledges for every mile you ride through the Cycle for Sight website. The Napa Rotary’s goal this year is to raise a total of $100,000.

Interested in piloting a tandem bike for a blind stoker? Or, are you a blind stoker in need of a pilot? Contact Tony Fletcher via email at afletcher@lighthouse-sf.org or 415-694-7319 to join Team LightHouse today!

Jack Veliquette rides on a tandem with his pilot, James Cleary, at Cycle for Sight 2013

Kinder’s Fundraiser to benefit the LightHouse

Kinder’s is donating 15% of your purchase to the LightHouse!

On October 13, 14, 15 and 16 present this flyer when you pay and 15% of your purchase will benefit the LightHouse (excludes raw meat).

This flyer is valid at the following seven locations:

  • 5411 Lone Tree Way
    Suite 110, Brentwood
    (925) 308-7997

  • 1776 Arnold Industrial Way
    Suite Q, Concord
    (925) 825-2333

  • 3600 San Pablo Ave.
    Ste. 1, Hercules
    (510) 724-2332

  • 536 Center Ave.
    Martinez
    (925) 957-1400

  • 2227 Morello Ave.
    Pleasant Hill
    (925) 798-2333

  • 1831 Ygnacio Valley Road
    Walnut Creek
    (925) 952-9393

  • 1293 Parkside Drive
    Walnut Creek
    (925) 952-9000

Print the flyer now and find your nearest Kinder’s.

Corrected Date: Friday, September 27! Dance to 80’s Music at the San Francisco Delta Gamma Alumnae Fraternity Fundraiser to Benefit the LightHouse on September 27

The San Francisco chapter of the Delta Gamma Alumnae Fraternity is partnering with The Republic bar and grill on Saturday, September 27. The theme is music from the 80’s and there will be an 80’s cover band on hand to play all the hits. 100% of the cover charge will go to LightHouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired.

When: Friday, September 27
Where: The Republic, 3213 Scott Street, San Francisco, CA 94123 www.republicsf.com/.

You’re Invited to V.I.B.E.S. (Visually Impaired and Blind Entertainment Sunday) – a Fundraiser for Enchanted Hills Camp on October 13

Some years after Joyce Cid became blind she made her first visit to Enchanted Hills Camp, in the summer of 2000. There she learned blindness skills, met mentors, and made friends. Joyce fell in love with the beauty and magic of the Enchanted Hills community! She said, “This experience brought home to me that I really could live an active life once again.” Since then she has devoted time and energy to raising over $45,000 to send other blind individuals to Enchanted Hills to experience its magic.

Enchanted Hills Camp Director Tony Fletcher has known Joyce for years and said, “I think of Joyce as one of the most passionate and dedicated fundraisers for camp. She thrives on making it possible for others to share in the experience that she cherishes so much.”

Joyce and the Ruby Red Girls (a branch of the women’s social organization the Red Hat Society) are hosting a fundraiser to send blind and visually impaired youth to Enchanted Hills Camp next season, and you are invited! Don’t miss this rollicking party at fabulous Armando’s in downtown Martinez. Armando’s is “bursting with energy” and gets 4 and a half stars on Yelp. It’s a great place to dance, listen to music, eat good food and enjoy the company of good friends. Joyce is aiming to raise six thousand dollars and knowing how popular Joyce’s parties are, she’ll do it!

What: V.I.B.E.S. (Visually Impaired and Blind Entertainment Sunday) – a fundraiser for Enchanted Hills Camp
Enjoy Live Music, Featuring Talented Blind Performers, Chair Massages, Raffles & More
When: Sunday, October 13, 2013, 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Where: Armando’s, 707 Marina Vista, Martinez, CA, 94553 [armandosmartinez.com]

Tickets are $20 at the door. To donate a raffle item or to find out more information about this event, contact Joyce Cid at (925) 890-6651; or to learn more about Enchanted Hills Camp, contact Lisamaria Martinez at 415-431-1481 or info@lighthouse-sf.org.

Joyce Cid her guide dog